"Black rage is founded on two-thirds a person / Rapings and beatings and suffering that worsens," Hill sings on the record. "Black human packages tied up in strings / Black rage can come from all these kinds of things."

An old sketch of Black Rage, done in my living room. Strange, the course of things. Peace for MO. - MLH https://t.co/47v9BEDoN6

In her tweet, Hill described the recording as "an old sketch," while wishing peace to Missouri. She's performed the track several times live over the years, but this is her first released recording of the song.

To contrast with the sketch, watch a live performance of "Black Rage" – a much faster version – below.

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